QPS is pleased to announce the launch of QPS ComplianceCheck, a new digital platform designed to help recruitment agencies audit their payroll providers, manage their Preferred Supplier List (PSL), and reduce exposure to supply chain risk.
The launch comes at a critical time for the recruitment sector, as HMRC increases enforcement activity and introduces tighter joint and several liability rules, placing greater responsibility on agencies to ensure their payroll supply chains are compliant.
A growing need for structured compliance
Recruitment agencies are now expected to demonstrate clear and ongoing due diligence across their supply chain. Where umbrella or CIS providers fail to meet compliance standards, agencies may be held liable for:
Unpaid PAYE and National Insurance
Worker misclassification
Use of non-compliant payroll models
Despite this, many agencies still rely on manual checks, spreadsheets, or inconsistent processes — making it difficult to evidence compliance if challenged.
QPS ComplianceCheck has been developed to address this gap, providing a structured and auditable approach to supply chain compliance.
What is QPS ComplianceCheck?
QPS ComplianceCheck is an online platform that enables recruitment agencies to:
Audit umbrella and CIS payroll providers through structured assessments
Build and manage a centralised Preferred Supplier List (PSL)
Verify FCSA and SafeRec accreditations in real time
Access key company data, including Companies House and risk indicators
Record audit outcomes with clear approval statuses
Set review dates based on supplier risk
Generate downloadable audit reports to evidence due diligence
The platform brings all elements of payroll provider compliance into one place, helping agencies move away from fragmented processes towards a consistent, repeatable framework.
Supporting agencies through changing regulations
With increased HMRC resource, digital oversight, and policy focus on the umbrella market, compliance expectations are rising across the recruitment sector.
QPS ComplianceCheck has been built to help agencies:
Take a proactive approach to supply chain governance
Identify higher-risk providers earlier
Maintain clear audit trails and documentation
Strengthen their position with clients and regulators
By embedding structured compliance processes, agencies can better protect their business, their contractors, and their reputation.
How to get started
Getting started with QPS ComplianceCheck is straightforward:
Register or log in at:
compliancecheck.qpsgroup.co.ukBuild your PSL by adding existing payroll providers or selecting from the supplier directory
Run your first audit using the guided umbrella or CIS audit process
Review and record outcomes, set review dates, and download audit reports
Agencies can begin auditing their supply chain immediately and start building a clear record of due diligence.
